- General Health -
Does Muscle Mass Equal Heart Health?
By Michael DregniGreater muscle mass is associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease, according to a recent study.
Inflammation
- Nutrition -
The Sugar-Depression Connection
By Michael DregniConsuming sugar can lead to body-wide inflammation, microbiome disruption, insulin resistance, and more.
- Gut Health -
The Secret Life of Your Microbiome
By Molly TynjalaWhy all those microorganisms — collectively known as the microbiome — play a critical role in supporting your health.
- Nutrition -
How to Eat More Turmeric
By Christine SchrumHere are some easy ways to get more turmeric in your diet.
- Functional Medicine -
United States of Diabesity
By Mark Hyman, MDOne in two Americans is suffering from diabesity, and most of them don’t even know it. Why? Because most doctors are not trained to treat the single biggest chronic disease in America. The good news? Diabesity can be prevented, treated and reversed. Dr. Mark Hyman explains how.
- Nutrition -
How to Buy and Store Ginger
By Kaelyn RileyGinger has powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties and is a staple in traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine. Try these tips to use more of it in your kitchen.
- Nutrition -
How to Buy and Store Turmeric
By Christine SchrumWhy it pays to buy fair-trade, organic turmeric powder — plus, how best to store this anti-inflammatory spice.
- Functional Medicine -
How Functional Medicine Came to the Military
By Courtney HelgoeA group of dedicated service members and physicians are bringing whole-person healthcare to the U.S. military to treat brain injuries, toxic exposures, gut dysbiosis, and more.
- Brain/Mental Health -
NATURAL MENTAL HEALTH: Integrative Insights
By Henry Emmons, MDOur new columnist explains why our lifestyle choices matter in building resilience — and addressing the growing mental-health crisis.
- Nutrition -
The Health Benefits of Turmeric
By Christine SchrumTurmeric is a potent, anti-inflammatory spice with a wide range of promising therapeutic properties.
- Success Stories -
Jane Meronuck’s Success Story
By Jane MeronuckAn Experience Life staffer shares what she's learned and how she's grown in the 20 months since her cancer diagnosis.
- General Health -
7 Essential Oils to Try
By Laine Bergeson Becco, FMCHCAromatherapy can be a convenient, portable remedy — many of the best-known therapeutic oils are blended with carrier oils in roll-on form.
- General Health -
The Problem With Fake Scents
By Laine Bergeson Becco, FMCHCOne in three people report health problems when exposed to synthetic fragrances, according to one study.
- General Health -
Essential-Oils Seasonal Allergy Remedy
By Laine Bergeson Becco, FMCHCIf you suffer from seasonal allergies, try this hay-fever treatment created by naturopath Rebecca Tanyar-Mead.
- General Health -
Why Aromatherapy Is Going Mainstream
By Laine Bergeson Becco, FMCHCPlant-based essential oils have long been used in the practice of aromatherapy to help address stress, pain, and other issues. Conventional medicine has begun to take notice.
- Nutrition -
Here’s What Not to Eat When You Have a Cold
By Laine Bergeson Becco, FMCHCThe foods and beverages you shun when you're sick can be just as important as those you eat.
- General Health -
14 Ways to Reduce Your Exposure to Airborne Toxins
By Courtney HelgoeHere are some simple changes to reduce pollution exposure — and improve your lung health.
- General Health -
The Best Supplements for Colds
By Laine Bergeson Becco, FMCHCIntegrative nutritionist Kathie Swift, RDN, MS, recommends the following supplements when fighting off a cold.
- General Health -
11 Foods to Eat When You Have a Cold
By Laine Bergeson Becco, FMCHCConquer a cold by eating wisely. Here are several foods that make you feel better.
- General Health -
Take a Deep Breath
By Courtney HelgoeOur lungs are essential to life — and our immunity. Learn what you can do to support them in the face of increasing air pollution — plus, lung-healing foods.
- Nutrition -
The Truth About Refined Grains
By Catherine GuthrieWhen ground into flours, most grains act like sugar in the body, triggering weight gain, inflammation and blood-sugar imbalances. Here’s why whole kernels are a better option than processed grains.